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Richmond Police identify victim in fatal stabbing on Wythemar Street

Crystal Graham
Wythemar Street crime scene tape
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Richmond Police detectives have now identified the victim in a fatal stabbing on Wythemar Street.

Sean Scott, 26, of Richmond, was down when detectives arrived on the scene, and he was transported to a local hospital where he later died.

Police were called to the 100 block for a report of a person stabbed on Dec. 23 at 12:06 p.m.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Plaskett at (804) 646-3431 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

 

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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